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Sunshine Ligustrum

Southern Living Plants

$29.99
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$29.99
This product does not ship to: TN
  • USDA Hardiness Zones 6 - 10
  • Height 3 - 6 Feet
  • Spread 3 - 4 Feet
  • Full Sun

Sunshine Ligustrum is an evergreen shrub with year round golden foliage. Ligustrum sinense 'Sunshine' does great in warmer climates, and flourishes in full sun. It can handle hot summer days in the warmest climates. The plant is sterile & non-invasive. It also does not bloom at all, which is great for people who suffer from allergies. We love using this plant as a privacy hedge or garden border that has leaves year round. It is also very hardy and easy to care for, which is ideal for people with not a lot of free time or have brown thumbs.

Sunshine Ligustrum Care

This plant does best in full sun, which means at least 6 hours of sunlight a day. You need to plant in well-drained soil, as privet cannot tolerate soggy feet. The bush can adapt to most well drained soils. Water frequently to help the plant get established. After that the plant is quite drought and heat tolerant. We recommend adding mulch to the base of the shrub to help maintain moisture to the soil, and help protect shallow roots from harsh weather conditions. You can prune Sunshine Ligustrum almost any time of the year. Although pruning is not needed, as the shrub has a clean shape and does not grow past 6 feet tall. Do not prune close to the first frost of the year. Trim any dead or sick branches throughout the year as necessary. Fertilize in early spring using a slow release formula. But fertilizing is not typically needed, unless you have poor soil conditions.

Sunshine Ligustrum Spacing

Plant these shrubs at least 3 to 4 feet apart, center on center. If planting as a hedge, space these out 28 - 36 inches apart, center on center. These are also great in garden planters, to provide a great background for other colorful blooming plants. If planting as a landscaping border or in mass plantings, you can plant 4 to 6 feet apart, center on center.

Sunshine Ligustrum Plant Facts

USDA Hardiness Zones: 6-10
Flower Color(s): n/a
Bloom Period: Grown for Foliage
Foliage Color(s): Bright Yellow
Light Exposure: Full Sun
Height: 3-6 Feet
Spread: 3-4 Feet
Habit: Clumping, Upright
Watering: Medium
Features: Interest Year-Round
Scientific Name: Ligustrum sinense 'Sunshine' PP20379
Common Name: Sunshine Ligustrum
Brand: Southern Living Plants

*Please note due to agriculture restrictions we are not allowed to ship these into the state of Tennessee. 

SKU:
SUNSLIG

Container Sizes

Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

4.5 Pot

4.5" Pot
 Also Know As:
   4.5" Container

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months
 Plant Size:
   ~ 3"-6"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
 Volume:
   1.42 quarts

Quart Pot

Quart Pot
 Also Know As:
   Quart

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months - 1 year
 Plant Size:
   ~ 4"-8"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
 Volume:
   1.50 quarts

2.5 Quart

2.5 Quart
 Also Know As:
   2.5 Quart Pot

 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 8"-12"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
 Volume:
   2.20-2.30 quarts

#1 Pot

#1 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #1 Container
    1 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 10"-14"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 7"H x 7.75"W
 Volume:
   2.26-3.73 quarts

#2 Pot

#2 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #2 Container
    2 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 3 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-18"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
 Volume:
   1.19-1.76 gallons

#3 Pot

#3 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #3 Container
    3 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 2 - 4 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-30"
 Pot Size:
   ~9.5"H x 11"W
 Volume:
   2.32-2.76 gallons


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Plant Addict Guarantee (Included On All Plant Orders)

Plant Addicts guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy and healthy, but the plant(s) are being shipped through the mail and accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.

For information on how to care for you new plant please check out our guide. Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)

Plant Addicts Warranty - 1 Year (Extra Purchase Required)

We encourage all plant lovers to purchase the Plant Addicts Warranty whether you’re new or an expert. There are many variables outside our control and yours that can cause the demise of your plant(s). Examples would be hungry animals, drought, poor soil conditions, over watering, disease, insects & many other factors. The Plant Addicts Warranty is a 1 year warranty protecting you from all the unknowns and will replace your plant if it moves on to the plant afterlife.

The warranty is purchased on a per plant basis and must be purchased at the same time as the plant purchase. We will cover 100% of the price of the plant but the warranty does not cover shipping cost. Simply let us know if your plant has died within one year of receiving it and we’ll get you a new one shipped out. We may ask for photos for documentation purposes but again we’ll try to make it as easy as possible.

For more information, please go to our Shipping & Returns page at the bottom of the website.

Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)

Planter Shipping

Standard Colors: 2-3 business days

Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice

Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations

Plant Shipping

Time of Order:

Summer Shipping

  • If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.  
    • We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location


Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.

It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.

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13 Reviews - Sunshine Ligustrum Show Reviews

  • 5
    which is better 1 star or 5?

    Posted by joe ball on Jun 17, 2022

    which is better 1 star or 5?

  • 5
    Beautiful...

    Posted by Catherine Amend on May 29, 2022

    I was so impressed how well the plant was packed. I have planted it and wonder how long it takes to start showing a yellow color. Thank you for great service and products.

  • 5
    Sunshine...

    Posted by Sue Smith on May 23, 2022

    Arrived in great condition.

  • 5
    Pretty...

    Posted by Carol Dumas on May 17, 2022

    The plants were shipped so neatly that not one leaf was disturbed. The gold ligustrums are great.

  • 5
    very...

    Posted by Shirley Schoenrock on Aug 12, 2021

    What I ordered was in memory of some one lost. Order beautiful and healthy. Brought joy to us.

  • 5
    Arrived happy!

    Posted by Customer on Sep 24, 2020

    This was my second purchase of Sunshine Ligustrum. They are hardy. Thrive right away, and are a lovely color of green.

  • 5
    Hardy Little...

    Posted by Patty Hefferan on Sep 06, 2020

    2 plants ordered arrived well packed and healthy - size as expected - not quite as “yellow” as expected but perhaps that emerges with age and sunlight. Hopeful for good growth and outcome!

  • 5
    I'll give you feedback when my entire order...

    Posted by Robert Rentfrew on Jun 08, 2020

    I'll give you feedback when my entire order arrives

  • 5
    Very...

    Posted by Mark Commons on May 31, 2020

    I have never ordered plants online before and was concerned about the condition they would arrive in. The plants were well packaged and arrived in great shape, they have been planted and are doing great.